Big Bad Wolfe Run
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Location
- 105 Park Dr, Columbus, OH
- Distance
- 20 Mile Run · 10 Mile Run/Walk · 5K Run/Walk & more
From the Organizer
Race Start Times:
- 7:30 AM - 1K
- 7:50 AM - Kids Run
- 8:00 AM - 20M & 10M
- 8:10 AM - 5K
Late starts are not allowed, please arrive early enough to ensure you can start on time.
About this Race
Whether you're getting ready for that Fall full or half marathon or looking to test your summer training in a 5K, the Big Bad Wolfe Run is for you. We have race options of 5K, 10 miles, and 20 miles. Join us on September 27th for something great, the Big Bad Wolfe Run. This race is all on the paved asphalt Alum Creek Trail, it is not a trail run.
We're going to deliver great swag, finisher medals for everyone, and a fun time. You're going to deliver the memories. Band together with the rest of the villagers and come run with us!
As you take part in the Big Bad Wolfe Run, you'll be joining in the tradition of keeping the big bad wolf at bay. Just as the folks of Central Ohio have done for generations, kick off your Fall by wearing red and hitting the paths in memory of Little Red.
Returning again in 2026!
We are pleased to add a 1-kilometer (0.62 miles) race option to this year's Big Bad Wolfe Run. This event is intended for all ages. If you're a youngster and our 200-meter kids run is a little too short for you, sign up for the 1K! If you're new to walking or running and the idea of making it through a 5-kilometer (3.1-mile) route is too intimidating, sign up for the 1K! All 1K Run/Walk participants will get the same participant swag as all other distances: a Big Bad Wolfe Run bib number, a fantastic finisher medal, and our world-famous comfortable full-zip lifestyle hooded sweatshirt. We've got a distance for you, and we hope to see you on Sunday, September 27!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus Wcmh, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbus, OH
Population
906,480
as of 2023
Elevation
819 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Big Bad Wolfe Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Big Bad Wolfe Run?
- Big Bad Wolfe Run is a running race held in Columbus, Ohio on September 27, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Big Bad Wolfe Run?
- Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio at 105 Park Dr, Columbus, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Big Bad Wolfe Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Big Bad Wolfe Run
Sep 27, 2026